Federal fix needed for H-2A guest worker program to avoid price hikes
An assistant professor at Ohio State University says a federal fix for farm labor is needed to prevent consumer price hikes and higher input costs for farmers. Margaret Jodlowski says nationwide […]
Michigan Christmas tree growers to present national tree
The White House’s National Christmas Tree is being sent from Michigan for the first time in 40 years. The National Christmas Tree Association has selected Rex and Jessica Korson as […]
U.S. ethanol production dips as plants prep for new corn crop
U.S. ethanol production last week fell to its lowest level since early May. That’s at least partially due to seasonal maintenance as facilities prepare to process the newly harvested 2025 […]
Rep. Angie Craig warns of crisis in ag economy: “farmers are hurting”
The Ranking Member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee is concerned about the ag economy. “Well, there’s no doubt farmers are hurting. Input costs are up, prices are down.” Minnesota […]
Northern Wisconsin counties getting started on corn silage
A northwestern Wisconsin farmer and custom harvester says harvesting corn silage starts this week. Andy Bensend farms between Dallas and Prairie Farm. He tells Brownfield, “The guys on the lighter […]
E15 expansion faces minimal resistance, but legal path still unclear
The senior vice president for the American Coalition for Ethanol suggests there’s not a lot of opposition to year-round nationwide E15. Ron Lamberty says the only group publicly against permanent […]
New NGFA report highlights $401 billion impact on rural economy
A new report from the National Grain and Feed Association shows the industry contributes more than $401 billion annually to the U.S. economy. President and CEO Mike Seyfert says the 2025 […]
Kansas farmer says winter wheat planting is off to a great start
A western Kansas farmer says winter wheat planting conditions have been ideal. Clay Schemm tells Brownfield, “I’m planting into moisture. I’m having to go two inches deep to get […]
CLAAS moving some combine production back to Germany due to tariff costs
A global equipment manufacturer says it’s transitioning some production of combines for Canada out of the U.S. due to the impact of tariffs. In a statement to Brownfield, CLAAS says […]
Drought expanding in Missouri and beyond
The state climatologist with University of Missouri Extension says a flash drought is affecting both crop and livestock farmers in Missouri. Zach Leasor tells Brownfield, “Soybeans could have used some […]